12 Aug 2020

Back to Level 3 - impact on Auckland's economy

From Nine To Noon, 9:35 am on 12 August 2020
A view of Auckland's Sky Tower from across the harbour during the Covid-19 alert level four lockdown.

A view of Auckland's Sky Tower from across the harbour during the Covid-19 alert level four lockdown. Photo: RNZ / Dan Cook

Auckland businesses are bracing for another hit as the region moves into Level 3 this morning.

The restrictions mean only essential services and businesses that can operate without contact can remain open - and scientists are warning that the region may have to stay in Level 3 longer than the three days indicated by the Government.

What does that mean for the region and the country's fragile economy?  Kathryn speaks with David Norman, Chief Economist for Auckland Council and Michael Barnett, CEO of   the Auckland Chamber of Commerce.